matthewmacneil

U by underscores is a strong showing from an artist who continues to carve out a unique lane in the electropop space. From the very beginning, the album makes a clear impression with its fast paced energy and heavy use of genre staples. There are wavy synths, glitchy textures, and industrial leaning effects that immediately set the tone. It sounds modern without feeling generic, which is not always easy to pull off in this style.

The opening stretch of the album is one of its biggest ... read more

Nothing's About to Happen to Me by Mitski is a singer songwriter and chamber pop album that leans heavily into quiet emotion and careful songwriting. Mitski has always been known for her ability to create music that feels intimate and reflective, and this project continues that tradition. The album is built around soft instrumentation, expressive vocals, and lyrics that focus on internal thoughts rather than dramatic storytelling. It is not an album that tries to overwhelm the listener ... read more

To Whom This May Concern by Jill Scott is an emotional neo soul and contemporary R&B album that feels deeply rooted in warmth, reflection, and personal expression. From the beginning, it is clear that Scott approaches this project with a sense of purpose. Much of the album is built around spoken word elements and thoughtful messages, which gives the music a strong sense of personality. Instead of focusing only on catchy hooks or radio ready moments, the album leans into storytelling and ... read more

Nettspend is a difficult artist to fully pin down. There are individual songs in his catalog that I genuinely enjoy, and every now and then he shows flashes of an interesting sound or idea. The problem is that those moments rarely translate into full projects that feel consistent or fully thought out. His music can be exciting in small bursts, but when it is stretched across an entire release, the weaknesses start to show more clearly.

That was definitely my experience with his previous ... read more